Live vs Talking Eye
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Live
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Live Transcribe is the ultimate transcription tool designed for professionals and individuals who demand both security and precision. Whether youβre recording meetings, interviews, or personal notes, our app offers an unparalleled transcription experience.
Talking Eye
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Talking Eye is an application designed to help individuals who are unable to use their limbs and have difficulty communicating due to conditions such as stroke, ALS, or muscular diseases communicate with those around them using the built-in Eye Tracking feature on iPhone and iPad. Ready-made communication phrases, categories, a specialized eye-controlled keyboard, and text-to-speech features allow users to express their needs quickly and easily. Communication Features β’ Ready-made communication phrases and categories β’ Personalization of communication phrases and voices β’ Specialized eye-controlled keyboard β’ Text-to-speech functionality β’ Smart dictionary and word suggestions β’ A smart dictionary system that learns frequently used words YouTube Feature β’ Add favorite YouTube channels to the app β’ Select and watch videos from channels using eye tracking Games β’ Fun mini-games playable using eye tracking β’ Games designed to support attention and focus Who Is It For? β’ Individuals who are unable to move from the neck down β’ Individuals who are unable to speak or use conventional input devices due to ALS, SMA, MS, cerebral palsy, paralysis following a traffic accident, and similar conditions β’ Anyone who needs Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) solutions Why Talking Eye? β’ Compatible with the built-in Eye Tracking feature on iPhone and iPad β’ Simple and easy-to-understand interface β’ Ready-made phrases for quick communication β’ Text-to-speech support β’ Continuously evolving smart dictionary system β’ A comprehensive experience focused on communication β’ Designed to make life easier for people with disabilities, increase their independence, and make communication accessible to everyone Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Live at none against Talking Eye's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Talking Eye sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Live asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Live | Talking Eye |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 17.5 β better | 18.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Transcontinental Transcription Company, LLC | Eyesoft Bilisim |
In-app purchases
Live
No in-app purchases
Talking Eye
- Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$49.991 Year









